Do Not Withold

When it is in your power, don't withhold good from the one it belongs to. Proverbs 3: 27
 
We can be in business with others and although we may make large sacrifices, there may come a time when we think we should be honoured and blessed for the sacrifice and it does not happen. This can then cause us to be withholding; withholding in praise, withholding in grace.
 
I had this happen to me and I asked the Lord to help me not resent and to remain gracious, not to be jealous or envious. The Lord has been good and kept me, for which I am grateful.
 
In conflict we can attempt to sort things to a just conclusion but then are unsure as to how things will actually pan out. I had this happen recently. I had to confront a man who said he would buy my office furniture but failed to pay, again and again. Finally I called him and graciously but firmly told him that if he continued to not pay beyond this weekend I would take the furniture next week. I did not know if I would have an ultimate confrontation or if he would pay. For the last few days I have prayed for this man that God would provide for him. Today he paid.
 
Often if we treat others with grace and pray for them, then He takes care of us. I can now go to Nepal with 4 weeks holiday pay and pay off a small debt as well, before I go.
 
It is so important that we do not allow the circumstance stress us to behave badly, but rather wait on the Lord. He does hold us, if we let Him. He does provide if we get out of the way, in His perfect timing.
 
All things, all things, all things work together for good, for those who love God and walk according to His purpose. (a few conditions there-NOTE)

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